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China launches campaign to keep killjoys off the internet

China launches campaign to keep killjoys off the internet

Summary

China has started a campaign to reduce negative feelings and comments online. This campaign, led by China's Cyberspace Administration, aims to create a more positive online atmosphere by targeting social media content that spreads pessimistic views. The move comes amid economic challenges, including youth unemployment and a property crisis.

Key Facts

  • China's Cyberspace Administration has launched a two-month campaign to address negative emotions on social media.
  • The campaign targets posts that spread feelings like "studying is useless" and "hard work is useless."
  • China is facing economic difficulties, including a property crisis and high youth unemployment.
  • The government is concerned about growing frustration among young people about their future prospects.
  • Social media influencers have been penalized as part of this campaign, such as the blocking of well-known content creator Hu Chenfeng's accounts.
  • This action against pessimism is part of China's broader internet censorship efforts.
  • The campaign also targets influential figures like Zhang Xuefeng, whose social media activities have been restricted.
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